Best Bars Near Camden Yards To Take In Opening Day
Spring training had you glued to the TV and it's the day you have been waiting for since the close of the season last year – Opening Day! You pulled out your orange or black O's gear and are ready to sing "Take Me Out to the Ball Game" and do the seven inning stretch, but the question is where to go before, during or after the game? These bars offer baseball fans camaraderie, libations and food!
Pickles Pub
520 Washington Blvd.
Baltimore, MD 21230
(410) 752-1784
www.picklespub.com
This established bar has been serving O's fans since 1988 with beer and bar food bites. What also makes this place great is the outside area to grab a drink with your pals before the game – you can watch all the fans file in past you to get the spirit high! If you want a bite to eat before the big game, the menu offers burgers, sandwiches, salads and bar appetizers. Just note that their Happy Hour prices are not featured on event and game days.
Camden Pub
647 W. Pratt St.
Baltimore, MD 21201
(410) 547-1280
www.camdenpub.com
Besides the obvious name relation to the stadium, this place is a quick two block walk from the stadium. You will always find great drink prices, wings, and O's fans ready for the big day! The walls here are decked out with sports memorabilia and the menu will sure to please the pregame munchies with sandwiches and wings. Check the website for specials and coupons (discounts with game ticket and after visiting Babe Ruth Museum).
Sliders Bar And Grille
504 Washington Blvd.
Baltimore, MD 21230
(410) 547-8891
www.slidersbaltimore.com
The opening day atmosphere not only is great, but so are the prices on pub food and drinks! This family-friendly establishment is great for opening day fans of all ages. During home games, they open up an outside area with flat screen TVs so you won't miss a minute of the game! They also pride themselves on being 771 feet from home plate at the Yard. The game day menu offers a variety of tater tot dishes, sandwiches, wraps and salads.
Quigley's Half Irish Pub
633 Portland St.
Baltimore, MD 21230
(410) 539-9052
www.quigleyshalfirishpub.com
Just a short walk to the park and less of a crowd is a great secret place to stop by before you join in opening day festivities. This cozy neighborhood hang out offers a great stop before you enter the gates. Pull up stool and talk baseball with the neighborhood locals. The menu has great eats that include nachos, wings, pizza and Irish dishes. Try an order of fish and chips, bangers and mash or a Reuben
Abbey Burger Bistro
1041 Marshall St.
Baltimore, MD 21230
(443) 453-9698
www.abbeyburgerbistro.com
Abbey Burger Bistro may be a few extra steps away, but they offer 12 TVs to take in the opening day highlights as you enjoy a drink and of course, a burger. Enjoy a cold bottled beer, draft, adult milkshake or glass of wine as you chit chat about your favorite player and predictions for the game. Try out one of their burgers – with one of their creative burgers or even build your own (from chicken, Roseda Black Angus, Bison and crab cake).
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